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Does drinking water before blood test affect results?
Does drinking water before blood test affect results?
Does drinking water before blood test affect results?
Drinking water does not affect the blood test results hugely. However, if you have been asked to fast then maintain a fasting timings of a minimum 8 hours and maximum 12 hours. During this time, you can sip water if you are feeling dehydrated.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Related Questions
What fruits should you eat to increase hemoglobin?
It has been found that fruits and vegetables such as bananas, apples, apricots, papayas, tomatoes, spinach and water melon are known to increase hemoglobin levels in the body.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Can you die from low hemoglobin?
Yes critically low hemoglobin can cause death.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
I have an HB level of 19.4. Is that fatal for me?
No, it is not dangerous. It can be resolved with diet and medications. However, if left untreated it can lead to blood clots, heart attack and strokes.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Why did my hemoglobin drop in 2 weeks from 12 to 11.7?
If you are not undergoing chemotherapy and there is a drop in hemoglobin levels then it means you are under stress or not eating nutricious meals. This might be a possible cause for the drop in hemoglobin levels in two weeks.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
Shall we do Hb1c in empty stomach?
Yes, one can get a HBA1c done on empty stomach or post meals.
Last updated on 12 Dec 2024
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